The “Lucky” family of bets are Full Cover bets that include Singles. This makes them popular for horse racing punters who want the potential of a big accumulator but the safety net of single bets.
This calculator supports both the Lucky 31 (5 selections) and the Lucky 63 (6 selections).
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Choosing Your System
Lucky 31 (5 Selections)
- Total Bets: 31.
- Breakdown: 5 Singles, 10 Doubles, 10 Trebles, 5 Four-Folds, 1 Five-Fold.
- Cost: $1 unit stake = $31 total.
Lucky 63 (6 Selections)
- Total Bets: 63.
- Breakdown: 6 Singles, 15 Doubles, 20 Trebles, 15 Four-Folds, 6 Five-Folds, 1 Six-Fold.
- Cost: $1 unit stake = $63 total.
Why are they called “Lucky”?
Bookmakers traditionally offer bonuses on these specific wagers. Common bonuses include Double Odds if only one winner lands, or a 20% Bonus added to the total return if all selections win.
Note: This calculator computes the mathematical return based on the odds. Bonuses vary by bookmaker.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between a Canadian and a Lucky 31?
Both cover 5 selections. The difference is that a Canadian (Super Yankee) has 26 bets and no singles. The Lucky 31 adds 5 single bets. If you only get one winner, the Canadian pays nothing, while the Lucky 31 pays out on that single horse.